The cemetery at Les Moeres in France has been part dry
landscaped - one section of turf has been removed and gravel
laid. The other cemeteries have had a more drought tolerant
grass laid to adapt to drier conditions. Borders in all four
cemeteries will be planted in the traditional way with plants
selected for their ability to withstand periods of drought.

How long will the changes remain?

One of the primary aims of the climate change demonstrations has
been to get feedback from the public on each of the four
cemeteries and the different approaches taken.

The first review took place after 12 months when more than 250
comments had been received about the cemeteries. You can read more
about that and some of the changes made as a result of that
feedback here.

The demonstrations will run for another four years and we will
continue to monitor and update you on the outcomes.

Have your say

One of the main reasons why the Commission has made these
changes in northern Europe is to get your views.

Let us know your thoughts on the four demonstration cemeteries
and more generally on how climate change may affect the Commission
by emailing us at feedback@cwgc.org .